Quinton de Kock Robbed by Umpire! DSG Opener Falls Victim to Bizzare Umpiring Error in SA20

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Durban Super Giants’ opener Quinton de Kock was wrongly given out during the SA20 2025 match against Paarl Royals. The third umpire’s controversial decision left fans and players shocked, as clear evidence showed the fielder’s leg touching the boundary while completing the catch.

De Kock, who had been promoted in the batting order, was in great form. He smashed 43 runs from just 30 balls, hitting three boundaries and three sixes. He looked set for a big score and was dominating the bowlers before the incident.

The controversial moment came on the fourth delivery of the 11th over. Mujeeb bowled to de Kock, who tried to hit straight down the ground. Keith Dudgeon, fielding at long-on, appeared to take a good catch near the boundary. The ball seemed to have come off the bottom of the bat, but the fielder managed to grab it with composure.

The on-field umpires referred the decision to the third umpire. The replays clearly showed Dudgeon’s leg touching the boundary while holding the ball. Despite this, the third umpire declared de Kock out, shocking everyone.

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After de Kock’s dismissal, the Durban Super Giants struggled to maintain their momentum. They lost the wickets of Kane Williamson and Heinrich Klaasen in quick succession. At the time of writing, Durban Super Giants were 91/4 in 14 overs.

Let’s check how fans have reacted to this dismissal:

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